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appyboo · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

After assertiveness training, a formerly passive client appropriately confronts a peer in group therapy. The group leader states, I'm so proud of you for being assertive.

You are so good Which communication technique has the leader employed? A. The nontherapeutic technique of giving approval
B. The nontherapeutic technique of interpreting
C. The therapeutic technique of presenting reality
D. The therapeutic technique of making observations

Question 2

A nurse maintains an uncrossed arm and leg posture. This nonverbal behavior is reflective of which letter of the SOLER acronym for active listening?

A. S
B. O
C. L
D. E
E. R

succesfull · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
The group leader has employed the nontherapeutic technique of giving approval. Giving approval implies that the nurse has the right to pass judgment on whether the client's ideas or behaviors are good or bad. This creates a conditional acceptance of the client.

Answer to Question 2

B
The nurse should identify that maintaining an uncrossed arm and leg posture is nonverbal behavior that reflects the O in the active-listening acronym SOLER. The acronym SOLER includes sitting squarely facing the client (S), open posture when interacting with the client (O), leaning forward toward the client (L), establishing eye contact (E), and relaxing (R).